2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
